50 Must-Read Articles for College Students from 2015

If the Internet taught us just one thing about college in 2015, it’s that you can heat leftover pizza with an iron and hair dryer. Seriously though – best college hack ever? But 2015 wasn’t all about pizza, no matter how much I wish it was…

This past year showed us how Toddlers and Tiaras describes college life, how to use dildos to protest guns, the best paying college majors, and so much more.

Miss something? Not to worry. We have your cheat sheet to the 50 Must-Read Articles for College Students from 2015.

From the falling asleep in class to putting a lock on leftovers to keep roommates from raiding your shelf in the fridge – this hilarious collection of photos breaks down just what it means to be a college student.

In 2015, the State of Texas passed a new law allowing people to carry concealed handguns on campus. Students at the University of Texas weren’t pleased. They protested by carrying dildos to campus…not so concealed #CocksNotGlock​s

In the good ol’ days a student could pay for college tuition with the money they earned at a summer job. But, since 1980 college tuition has risen in cost faster than the price of home or the consumer price index. Find out why the millennial generation is facing crushing educational debt and an increasing cost to get an education.

Want to land a killer, high-paying job after college? Go into the sciences. STEM jobs (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) dominate the 30 highest paying jobs of 2015. Not so worried about the money, maybe the 30 Worst Paying College Majors are more your speed…

As of October 1, there had been more mass shootings than in America than days of the year – on and off America’s campuses. There’s been a shooting nearly every week and we’ve gone no more than eight days without one of these incidents this year (as of article publication). Oregon. Charleston. Lafayette. Virginia. Now San Bernardino. Let’s make it stop.

College gigs pay comedians well, but they’re cutting the best bits out of their act. Why? Apparently, college kids can’t take a joke. Chris Rock and Jerry Seinfeld explain that colleges have become “too conservative” for great comedy.

Obama announced his new $60 billion community college initiative to provide two years of community college for free in January. This article breaks down everything you need to know – including student, state, and college requirements.

If your college buddy promises you a portion of his “next big business” for helping out – or any other reason – get it in writing. Back in college the CEO of GoPro, Nick Woodman promised his roommate, Neil Dana, 10% of his fledgling company. That paid off big-time. Like $229 million big.

Warning: Unless your the Tin Man from Wizard of Oz, this story will tug at your heartstrings.

A 23-year-old Australian took in his homeless, pregnant cousin “to make sure she’d keep the baby, stay off the streets and have a better life.” A brief can’t do it justice – just check out the story to hear about a touching selfless act.

You think gossip is bad among your friends? Imagine what it would be like to become a Meme. That’s what happened to 20-year-old Ashley VanPevenag. 14,000+ retweets later, she’s shares her side of the story.

When you’re in college, every dollar counts. From eating ramen to collecting hotel samples, this list has every trick in the book.

28) Is LSD the Next Study Drug for College Students?

Did you know that Silicon Valley tech workers are taking small amounts of LSD to be more productive and happy at work? That begs the question – could LSD be the next study drug for students? Read this first-hand account as one student takes a microdose of LSD for finals in attempt to find out.

Billionaire Mark Cuban has never been shy about sharing his opinions. In this clip from Inc.com he explains why he thinks guaranteed Sally Mae’s loans and a $1 trillion dollar debt are setting us up for rough times ahead.

Best College Reviews “compiled a list of the best colleges and universities for Greek life – schools where participation is high, criminal offenses are low, and current Greeks are satisfied with their experience.” I guarantee you can’t guess which school tops the list.

When Joshua Dushack was 8-years-old he was diagnosed with autism. His parents were told that he’d never learn how to read, write, go to school without assistance, or even talk. Today, he’s a 22-year-old college student at Seton Hall. He shares his story, in his words, in his writing.

36) 3 Expert Tips to Protect Your Info From a Snooping Roommate

You think it’s bad when your roommate borrows clothes without asking? Imagine what it would be like if they took your online identity. Facebook, banking, classes – your life is digital. Learn how to protect yourself from the pros.

College students face high expectations and fierce competition. That can take a toll on your confidence and self-esteem. As Kathryn DeWitt found that living up to expectations — her own and others’ — was just too much. Dying seemed the only option.

38) Arkansas College Banned Saggy Pants, Now People Are Deeming This Racist. Do You Support This Ban?

Do your pants ride low, do they wobble to-and-fro? Not if you attend Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. The school has begun to take punitive action against students wearing saggy pants.

Living at college is something special. All your BFFs live close-by and are ready to come to your aide you at the drop of a hat. College friends have advice on everything from which outfit to wear to analyzing texts from a crush.

“A fight over Halloween costumes at Yale has devolved into an effort to censor dissenting views.”

41) Top 25 Colleges Where Women Earn More than Men

But, did you know, that women earn less than 80% compared to their male counterparts? We analyzed U.S. Department of Education data for 1,695 schools to find the top 25 colleges where women earn more than men.

25-year-old University of Austin design major Joel Weber has a simple goal: graduate debt free. That’s one reason he has forgone traditional housing. He calculated he could save $19,200 in rent by building his very own 145-square-foot tiny house.

You know how there’s always that one kid that’s just waaaay smarter than everyone else? Esther Okade is that student. This 10-year-old math prodigy just took a break from dressing up as Elsa to enroll as a freshman at the United Kingdom’s West Midlands.

Think losing $20 bucks at the bar is rough? Charles Clark went to Kentucky International Airport to head home to Orlando with his life savings – $11,000 in cash. Law enforcement officials confiscated the money leaving him devastated and broke without ever proving he committed a crime.

While many of her peers were getting ready to start their undergraduate experience, Amy Oestreicher had her life put on pause. At 18-years-old she found herself awaking from coma. 7-years later she found herself enrolling in college and overcoming doubts. Now, at 28, she’s completing her second year at Hampshire College.